Commanding Officer Young Endeavour, Lieutenant Commander Mike Gough said that while it was testing for the youth, the professional RAN staff crew were keeping a close eye on the conditions.

“It’s not the first time that Young Endeavour has reached 14 knots, but it was great for the youth crew to experience what the ship can do,” he said.

“There was definitely a smile on everyone’s faces, it was a memorable day.

“While the youth crew had command of the ship, the Royal Australian Navy crew were supervising and supporting them at all times to ensure their safety and care,” Lieutenant Commander Gough said.

Young Endeavour conducts up to 20 11-day voyages along the coast of Australia each year. In the last 30 years, more than 13,300 young Australians have benefitted from the internationally recognized sail training program delivered by Royal Australian Navy personnel.